Dog Grooming Technician
We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Dog Grooming Technician to join our Animal Science department. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual with a passion for animal care and education to contribute to a high-quality grooming facility and support student learning.
In this role, you will assist in the smooth operation of the dog grooming facilities, ensuring exceptional grooming standards and the wellbeing of both animals and students. Working closely with Lecturers, you will help organise bookings, maintain accurate documentation, and supervise students during grooming sessions. You will also be responsible for carrying out grooming tasks as required.
The successful candidate will hold a recognised Level 2 Dog Grooming qualification (City & Guilds), with a Level 3 qualification and First Aid at Work certification considered advantageous. A minimum of one year’s experience in a professional grooming environment is essential. You must demonstrate strong communication skills, be capable of working both independently and as part of a team, and have a genuine motivation to support and engage with young people.
This position requires a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. The role is subject to DBS and other pre-employment checks.
If you’re ready to make a difference in a supportive and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Shortlisting for this role will be based solely on the information provided in the application form. CVs will not be considered during the shortlisting process. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification.
For the Vacancy Pack and Person Specification please click here.
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Bishop Burton College promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.
Benefits
In addition to working in a beautiful rural environment, you will benefit from the following:
- Local Government Pension Scheme This is a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions
- 40 days leave including 25 days annual leave, concessionary days and bank holidays , all leave is pro-rata for staff employed on a part-time contract
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free car parking
- A range of on-site catering facilities
- Optional health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership at the on-site gym
- Dedicated health and wellbeing programme
- Career development opportunities
- Free will writing service
- Generous sick pay and compassionate leave scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
- Free eye tests
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The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the points-based system.
If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at human.resources@bishopburton.ac.ukor telephone 01964 553167.
Closing date: Sunday 29th June 2025
Interview date: Tuesday 8th July 2025
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding check will be carried out on the successful candidate. Bishop Burton College is committed to Equal Opportunities for all. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
